Accounting Manager

Step into a high-impact role at Colliers Engineering & Design, a rapidly growing force in the AEC industry where innovation, collaboration, and growth drive everything we do. We're looking for an experienced and energized Accounting Manager who's excited to contribute to a thriving organization and help elevate a financial operation that's expanding right alongside our business.

In this role, you'll play a pivotal part in strengthening our accounting processes, supporting strategic initiatives, and partnering with leaders across the company to guide smart decision making. To be successful in this position, you are required to bring hands-on experience with BST or Deltek, a strong working knowledge of FAR/CAS, and a proven accounting background within the AEC industry.

Please note that if you live within a reasonable commute to a Colliers Engineering & Design office, this role will follow a hybrid work schedule. You'll have the opportunity to work both in the office on designated days and from home on others, offering a great balance of collaboration and flexibility.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, grow your career, and join a team where your expertise truly matters, Colliers Engineering & Design is ready to welcome you.

• Play a key role in the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Own GL maintenance, account reconciliations, accruals, and journal entries.
• Partner with Finance and other departments to ensure financial tell the full story by addressing and resolving accounting-related inquiries.
• Supervise a team of accountants - coach, support, and develop their growth.
• Analyze expense accounts, proactively identifying trends, discrepancies, and areas for cost optimization.
• Identify ways to automate, optimize, and improve financial operations.
• Coordinate with auditors and internal staff during financial statement and overhead audits.
• Support acquisition due diligence, data consolidation and integration activities, as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance (CPA preferred).
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive accounting experience within organizations generating $100 million or more in annual revenue required.
• At least 2 years of remote leadership and people management experience required.
• BST or Deltek experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP and sound internal controls.
• Tech-savvy-strong with Excel, ERP systems, BI analytics, workflow automation.
• Prior experience in the A/E/C industry required.
• FAR/CAS accounting experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain accounting concepts to non-accountants.
• Demonstrated ability to lead with integrity, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $91,000 to $138,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!